Ans: Pattern of Modernization in Agriculture:
The use of machines and fertilizers:
In Pakistan there has been an increase in production in the agricultural
sector due to the use of machines. There is a use of tractor and drills for the
preparation and harvesting of land; for cutting, combine harvesters and to
keep land level, laser land levelling-technology. Excellent fertilizers have
also helped in increasing the per acre yield.
The use of good quality seeds:
For the development of the agricultural sector in Pakistani, good quality
seeds are being used. They help in increasing the per acre yield of differe
crops. Seeds are prepared inside the country as well as being imported fro
other countries.
Pesticides:
The climate of our country is suitable for promoting crop diseases and inse
growth. Pesticides are manufactured in Pakistan and also imported from
abroad. These steps are taken to get rid of crop diseases and insects and
they also increase production.
Improvement in the system of irrigation:
The irrigation system in Pakistan has improved through developing the
dams. Instead of traditional distributaries, irrigation is carried out through
improved distributions, Economical methods like drip and sprinkler are being
used for irrigation.
Water logging and Salinity:
Different plans are being devised to reclaim a vast area of land and make it
cultivable. Steps have been taken to avoid water logging in further areas.
New roads:
Farmers face difficulty in carrying their corps to markets. For this purpose
new roads have been built in distant areas.